Name: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S
Brand: Einhell

Technical Specifications of wet-dry vacuum Einhell TC-VC 1540 S

Overall score

6.2

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Popularity

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When it matters: When you prefer products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.

Performance

6.1

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Power

What it is: The rated electrical input of the vacuum motor.

When it matters: Higher power can help sustain demanding wet and dry cleaning, although suction design also matters.

Importance: HIGH

Variable power

What it is: Whether the vacuum lets you adjust motor or suction power.

When it matters: Power adjustment helps match suction to delicate surfaces, heavy debris, and power-tool use.

Importance: MEDIUM

Capacity

What it is: The amount of liquid or debris the collection tank can hold.

When it matters: A larger tank reduces emptying interruptions during big spills and workshop cleanup.

Importance: HIGH

Noise level

What it is: The sound level produced while the vacuum is running.

When it matters: Lower noise is useful for longer cleaning sessions and work in occupied spaces.

Importance: HIGH

Suction pressure

What it is: The maximum pressure difference the vacuum can generate for suction.

When it matters: Higher suction pressure helps lift dense debris and extract liquid from difficult areas.

Importance: HIGH

Battery

6.5

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Cordless

What it is: Whether the vacuum can run without a mains power cable.

When it matters: Cordless operation improves mobility in cars, stairs, and areas without a nearby outlet.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery type

What it is: The battery chemistry used by a cordless vacuum.

When it matters: Battery chemistry affects weight, charging behavior, lifespan, and replacement options.

Importance: LOW

Battery runtime

What it is: How long the cordless vacuum can operate on one charge.

When it matters: Longer runtime lets you finish larger jobs without stopping to recharge.

Importance: MEDIUM

Charging time

What it is: The time required to recharge the battery.

When it matters: Faster charging reduces downtime between cleaning sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

Battery voltage

What it is: The nominal voltage of the vacuum battery system.

When it matters: Voltage helps describe the battery platform and its available power class.

Importance: LOW

Design & Mobility

6.9

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Power cable length

What it is: The length of the vacuum's mains power cable.

When it matters: A longer cable increases reach and reduces how often you change outlets.

Importance: MEDIUM

Operating radius

What it is: The total working reach provided by the cable, vacuum body, and hose.

When it matters: A larger radius lets you clean more space without moving the plug or machine.

Importance: MEDIUM

Bagless

What it is: Whether debris is collected directly in a reusable tank instead of a disposable bag.

When it matters: A bagless tank avoids replacement-bag costs and is convenient for wet pickup.

Importance: LOW

Tank material

What it is: The material used for the vacuum's collection tank.

When it matters: Tank material affects durability, corrosion resistance, weight, and ease of cleaning.

Importance: LOW

Power cable holder

What it is: Whether the vacuum has an integrated holder for the power cable.

When it matters: Onboard storage keeps the cable tidy and makes the vacuum easier to carry and store.

Importance: LOW

Filter & Accessories

6.2

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N. of filters

What it is: The number of filtration elements supplied or used by the vacuum.

When it matters: Multiple filters can support different pickup modes or provide staged dust capture.

Importance: MEDIUM

HEPA filter

What it is: Whether the vacuum includes a high-efficiency particulate air filter.

When it matters: HEPA filtration helps capture fine dust and allergens from the exhaust air.

Importance: MEDIUM

Washable filter

What it is: Whether the filter can be cleaned with water and reused.

When it matters: A washable filter can reduce replacement costs and simplify maintenance.

Importance: MEDIUM

Automatic filter cleaning

What it is: Whether the vacuum cleans its filter automatically during operation.

When it matters: Automatic cleaning helps maintain suction during dusty work and reduces maintenance stops.

Importance: MEDIUM

Flexible hose

What it is: Whether a flexible suction hose is included.

When it matters: A flexible hose improves reach and control around furniture, vehicles, and tools.

Importance: LOW

Einhell TC-VC 1540 S vs the average wet-dry vacuum

Why is Einhell TC-VC 1540 S better than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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2.67 kg less weight
2 kg less weight: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 3 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.
What it is: The total mass of the vacuum.
When it matters: Lower weight makes carrying, stair cleaning, and transport easier.
Importance: HIGH
2 kg less weight: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 3 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.3 kg vs 5.67 kg
More durable tank material
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S uses a more suitable tank material than the average wet-dry vacuum.
What it is: The material used for the vacuum's collection tank.
When it matters: Tank material affects durability, corrosion resistance, weight, and ease of cleaning.
Importance: LOW
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S uses a more suitable tank material than the average wet-dry vacuum.stainless steel vs plastic
31894.2 cm³ less external volume
2 cm³ less external volume: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 41830 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.
What it is: The approximate external volume of the vacuum body.
When it matters: A more compact machine takes up less storage and vehicle space.
Importance: LOW
2 cm³ less external volume: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 41830 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.41830 cm³ vs 73724.2 cm³
65 mm less width
2 mm less width: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 285 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.
What it is: The side-to-side width of the vacuum body.
When it matters: A narrower vacuum is easier to store and maneuver through tight spaces.
Importance: LOW
2 mm less width: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 285 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.285 mm vs 350 mm
62 mm less depth
2 mm less depth: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 285 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the vacuum body.
When it matters: Less depth can make the vacuum easier to store on shelving or in a small workshop.
Importance: LOW
2 mm less depth: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 285 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.285 mm vs 347 mm
90 mm less height
2 mm less height: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 495 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.
What it is: The overall height of the vacuum.
When it matters: A lower body may fit under shelves and be easier to store or transport.
Importance: LOW
2 mm less height: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 495 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.495 mm vs 585 mm
1 mm more hose diameter
2 mm more hose diameter: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 36 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.
What it is: The internal diameter of the suction hose.
When it matters: A wider hose is less likely to clog on leaves, shavings, and large debris.
Importance: LOW
2 mm more hose diameter: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 36 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.36 mm vs 35 mm
2.36x cheaper
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£55 vs £130).
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S is cheaper than the average wet-dry vacuum (£55 vs £130).£55 vs £130
2.67 kg less weight
2 kg less weight: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 3 kg, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5.67 kg.
More durable tank material
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S uses a more suitable tank material than the average wet-dry vacuum.
31894.2 cm³ less external volume
2 cm³ less external volume: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 41830 cm³, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 73724.2 cm³.
65 mm less width
2 mm less width: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 285 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 350 mm.
62 mm less depth
2 mm less depth: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 285 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 347 mm.
90 mm less height
2 mm less height: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 495 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 585 mm.
1 mm more hose diameter
2 mm more hose diameter: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 36 mm, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 35 mm.

Total

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Design & Mobility

Why is Einhell TC-VC 1540 S worse than the average wet-dry vacuum?

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300 W less motor power
2 W less motor power: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 900 W, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 1200 W.
2 dB more operating noise
2 dB more operating noise: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 79 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.
2.5 m less cable length
2 m less cable length: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 2.5 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.
3.01 m less operating radius
2 m less operating radius: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 4 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.
0.63 m less hose length
2 m less hose length: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 1.5 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.134 m.
No HEPA filter
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
A HEPA filter is explicitly not included.
1 fewer filters
2 fewer filters: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 1, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.
No HEPA filter
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
A HEPA filter is explicitly not included.
What it is: Whether the vacuum includes a high-efficiency particulate air filter.
When it matters: HEPA filtration helps capture fine dust and allergens from the exhaust air.
Importance: MEDIUM
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S does not have HEPA filtration, while the average wet-dry vacuum has HEPA filtration.
2.5 m less cable length
2 m less cable length: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 2.5 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.
What it is: The length of the vacuum's mains power cable.
When it matters: A longer cable increases reach and reduces how often you change outlets.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 m less cable length: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 2.5 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 5 m.2.5 m vs 5 m
3.01 m less operating radius
2 m less operating radius: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 4 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.
What it is: The total working reach provided by the cable, vacuum body, and hose.
When it matters: A larger radius lets you clean more space without moving the plug or machine.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 m less operating radius: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 4 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 7.01 m.4 m vs 7.01 m
300 W less motor power
2 W less motor power: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 900 W, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 1200 W.
What it is: The rated electrical input of the vacuum motor.
When it matters: Higher power can help sustain demanding wet and dry cleaning, although suction design also matters.
Importance: HIGH
2 W less motor power: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 900 W, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 1200 W.900 W vs 1200 W
0.63 m less hose length
2 m less hose length: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 1.5 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.134 m.
What it is: The length of the vacuum's suction hose.
When it matters: A longer hose improves reach around vehicles, benches, and large workpieces.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 m less hose length: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 1.5 m, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.134 m.1.5 m vs 2.134 m
2 dB more operating noise
2 dB more operating noise: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 79 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.
What it is: The sound level produced while the vacuum is running.
When it matters: Lower noise is useful for longer cleaning sessions and work in occupied spaces.
Importance: HIGH
2 dB more operating noise: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 79 dB, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 77 dB.79 dB vs 77 dB
1 fewer filters
2 fewer filters: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 1, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.
What it is: The number of filtration elements supplied or used by the vacuum.
When it matters: Multiple filters can support different pickup modes or provide staged dust capture.
Importance: MEDIUM
2 fewer filters: Einhell TC-VC 1540 S has 1, while the average wet-dry vacuum has 2.1 vs 2
7.4% worse value for money
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.35 vs 7.898).
What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category with their prices.
When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Wet-Dry Vacuums category and want a good balance between quality and price.
Einhell TC-VC 1540 S offers worse value for money than the average wet-dry vacuum (7.35 vs 7.898).7.35 vs 7.9

Third-party reviews

United Kingdom

3.5

16 Reviews

(Reviews last updated: August 2026)

What customers like about Einhell TC-VC 1540 S?

Powerful suction capabilities, effectively handling both heavy workshop debris and liquid spills
Durable and rust-resistant 15-litre stainless steel tank
Lightweight and highly portable, featuring sturdy swivel castors and a large carrying handle
Value for money, making it an excellent affordable choice for garages, DIY projects, and patios

What customers dislike about Einhell TC-VC 1540 S?

Slightly noisy operation (around 79 dB(A)), which is common for workshop vacuums
Power cable and hose lengths are somewhat short, often requiring an extension cord for larger areas
Filter replacements and dust bags can sometimes be tricky to install and aren't always easily found locally
Not intended for or suited for extensive deep-cleaning of large indoor apartments

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